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John P. Lathrop, "Recovering Divine Guidance" Have you found yourself growing insensitive to divine guidance in your ministry? Joh Lathrop draws key principles from the experiences of the early church whose discernment brought them clarity and confidence (Christian Trends, June-July 2011).

Editorial: J. Lee Grady, "It's (Past) Time for a Charismatic Reformation" "I've grown increasingly aware that the so-called 'Spirit-filled' church of today struggles with many of the same things the Catholic church faced in the 1500s. We don’t have 'indulgences'—we have telethons. We don't have popes—we have super-apostles."

Divine Healing: Larry Keefauver, "The Myths of Faith Healing" Keefauver debunks three myths: that Jesus cannot heal someone without faith, that everyone who "stands fast in faith" will be physically healed in time and space, and that if you "confess your healing" you will be healed right now.

Revival: Trevor Persaud, "Christianity Thrives among 'Gypsies' Despite Prejudice" A Pentecostal revival is taking place among a despised people and they are carrying the message of salvation with them. "See, the people in France kick us out, but Jesus sent us to give you this Good News of the gospel" (Christianity Today, November 2010).

Old sectarian law haunts contemporary Christians An anti-Catholic ammendment of the 19th Century is now used as a catch-all legal club to restrict religious groups, particularly in education, throughout most of the USA (ChristianityTodayOnline).

Church and Law: Richard R. Hammar, Preaching about Homosexuality: What pastors should know about the new Hate Crimes Act Church legal expert, Richard Hammar, discusses this controversial US legislation and undoes some of the unfounded claims by looking at the actual law instead of conjecture. "It is difficult to imagine what more the Act could say to make it clear that ministers who address homosexuality from the pulpit, even critically, are not committing a hate crime."

Christian History: Troy Anderson, "Charismatic Renewal Marks 50 Years" On April 3, 1960, the late Father Dennis Bennett told his 2,600-member Episcopal congregation at St. Mark's church in Van Nuys, California, that he had experienced a “personal Pentecost.”

Tyler Charles, "Weighing Fair-Trade Coffee: Learning the 'bean-to-cup' journey before you buy." "For many churches, coffee has become a fundamental piece of their identity, whether it's offered during Sunday morning services or served throughout the week in a church-operated cafe or coffee shop. So the question isn't whether they'll offer coffee, but rather, what kind of coffee they'll offer" (YourChurch, Spring 2010).

Christian History: Ken Curtis, "Savonarola's Preaching Got Him Burned" "Girolamo Savonarola of Florence, Italy lived in a time that was in many ways like our own. It was an age of great discoveries, extraordinary artistic and communications achievements, the emergence of new views of the world, great self-consciousness and pride in human achievement. It was also an age of restlessness in the world of faith and religion that was bound to erupt sooner or later."

John C. Maxwell, "Seven Principles of Planning" Learn 4 types of planning, find out why people don't plan, pick up some qualities of principle-centered planning, and explore 7 key principles that will help you turn written plans into reality. Suggested by Brigada Today.

Dan Peterson, Discussion on Vulnerable Mission (link to PDF). "... [L]earning a people's language is the one door through which the Gospel must enter their world." Suggested by WEA Theological e-News 64 (Apr 2009).

Christian History: The Altar Call Popularized by frontier camp meetings and Charles Finney's "anxious bench," the altar call became an evangelistic staple of American churches (Christian History Blog).

Christian Leadership: Lillian Daniel, "A Cast of Thousands" The mission of the church is not efficiency, but developing all its people. "At my daughter's elementary school musical, the printed program noted: 'This musical was originally written for 15 actors, but it has been adapted to accommodate our cast of 206.' You know what kind of show this was. No-cut auditions, no performer left without something special to do. They danced, they sang, they delivered lines, and somehow 206 children graced the stage that night" (Leadership Fall 2008).

Norman Benz, "Defining Revival" Church leaders love to talk about revival, but do we all mean the same thing?

Mark Labberton, "Betty's Secret Ingredient" "Is heaped-up, open-handed goodness without strings the love we share with people who come to our doors, whether they're regulars or not? Why do so many of us who claim to be ambassadors for abundant grace live lives of stingy scarcity?" (Leadership Journal, Summer 2008).

Jonathan J. Bonk, "Africa Unbound: God may be clearing the stage for the next act in his redemptive drama" Christianity Today (Nov 2007), pages 46-51. Bonk, a missiologist and historian, says, "Our fate as western Christians is tied to the church in Africa because there is no such thing as an independent church" (51). Discussing some of the tremendous things that have happened for the African church in the last one hundred years and reminding readers of the decline of Christianity in the West, God may be getting Africa ready to bring about something more wonderful than we can imagine.

Christian History in Belarus: "We are reclaiming our history as a land of religious freedom" by Antoni Bokun. The pastor of Minsk's John the Baptist Pentecostal Church, describes how Belarusians' historical experience has taught them that "religious freedom elevates our nation, whereas religious un-freedom leads to the darkest and most tragic consequences" (Forum18).

Gordon MacDonald, "When Leaders Rock the Vote" How much should church leaders say about upcoming elections. "Are you prepared to take a political position that will cause some people to stop listening to you when you preach the gospel?" (Leadership).

Christian History: Tough Love for a Stubborn Church Thirty years after Paul wrote to the Corinthians, Clement gave them another lesson in humility (Christian History & Biography).

Christian History: "I'm Dreaming of a Victorian Christmas" by Chris Armstrong. For all of their faults, Victorian-era Christians did change their society for the better because they had a vision of families and societies healed by a lived gospel (Leadership Journal, Fall 2007).

"When the Media Became a Nuisance" by Darrell Bock. How to respond to the next blockbuster book/documentary/movie that questions traditional Christianity (Christianity Today, Dec 2007).

Christianity in the Global South: "Africa Unbound" by Jonathan J. Bonk. God may be clearing the stage for the next act in his redemptive drama (Christianity Today, Nov 2007).

Christian History: "One God, One Christ, One Salvation" by D. Jeffrey Bingham. Irenaeus the "peacemaker" was the early church's best warrior against Gnostic heresy (from "The Hunger for Secret Knowledge" issue of Christian History & Biography, Fall 2007).

"Hispanics in America" by Samuel Rodriguez. "Who are today's Hispanics and how can your church reach them? Take an in-depth look at this exploding population and learn why churches nationwide are discovering that to be relevant in their community, they must intentionally break down cultural barriers and engage Latinos" (Outreach, November/December 2007).

"Veteran Ministry" How churches can help soldiers and their families readjust after combat (ChristianityTodayOnline). | Did you know that CBS News reported (mid-November 2007) that the suicide rate among U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq in 2005 was higher than the number of war casualties that year?

"5 Kinds of Christians" Understanding the disparity of those who call themselves Christian in America (Leadership, Fall 2007).

"The Urban Divide" by Sammy Rodríguez. Why African-American and Hispanic churches must work together for urban renewal (Ministry Today).

"Preaching Prosperity by Jim Mann. "Some preachers preach it, others avoid it, but there is a balance. You can preach on true prosperity while avoiding extremes" (Ministries Today, Nov/Dec 2000).

Christian Leadership: "Rules of Engagement" Visitor Assimilation. Guest Connection. Closing the Back Door. Church leaders may not agree on what it's called, but everyone agrees that connecting new people to their church is both a critical priority and a source of frustration. Hear leading pastors discuss their thoughts on the keys to successfully engaging visitors and providing a meaningful connection both to your church and, ultimately, to the Lord (Outreach&EvangelismToday).

Christian Leadership: "Fix My Small Groups!" by Keri Wyatt Kent. Think you're alone in your small groups ministry struggles? Think again. Many small groups suffer from uncommitted members, poor leadership and other serious dysfunctions. Read on to discover cures to the six most common problems your small groups may be facing (Outreach, September/October 2007).

"Liberate My People" An interview with theologian and educator Ruth Padilla DeBorst, who says true Christian mission addresses issues of power and poverty (Christianity Today August 2007). Discusses Pentecostalism in Latin America and contrasts it to growing influence of prosperity teaching.

Christian Leadership: "The Character of a Teacher" by John Paul Jackson. "Private victories are foundations for a public ministry" (Ministry Today Mar/Apr 2004).

Christian Leadership: "The Successful Staff" by Joyce Strong. "Staff relationships can make or break a ministry. Here's how to build a strong team that will be successful in carrying out the church's vision" (Ministry Today Sep/Oct 2002).

"The Good of Affluence" by John R. Schneider. (Religion & Liberty, March/April 2002). Is poverty really a virtue? Should the evils of consumerism and materialism keep us from wanting to create wealth? Or should a biblical view of God's creation give us reason to think that affluence can be good? | Suggested by TS: "I was doing some research on the Word of faith movement and economies and found this article interesting. Schneider, is a prof at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan, seems to be debunking some of the myths of poverty that have been embraced by many Protestants."

"Coming Home" by Thom S. Rainer and Sam S. Rainer. Do your neighbors go to church? If not, do you know why? Their reasons are probably not the ones you'd expect. New research reveals why people leave churches and what you and your church can do to bring them back (Outreach, July/August 2007).

Christian History: Witch Hunting in Salem by David D. Hall. A dark chapter in church history: Why were 19 people hanged?

Generation Lost? Author/apologist Josh McDowell says the church is losing a generation as youth leave in alarming numbers. What do they believe? What are the issues? And how can churches turn young people back to God? Suggested by Web Evangelism Newsletter (July 2007).

Worship: "Think About God" An interview with pioneer Brian Doerksen on what's wrong with worship music (Christian Music Today).

Richard Bauckham, "Weakness - Paul's and ours" The apostle Paul's acknowledgement of his weakness was not false humility "but the point where the deepest integration of his life and his message is possible." Suggested by TS.

Living for Jesus Today: "Meditating Like a Dog" by Eugene Peterson, on the discipline of spiritual reading. An excerpt from Eat This Book.

"Behold, the Global Church" by Brenda Salter McNeil. It's time we figured out how to talk—and listen—to one another. "I had no idea that my life as a black, Pentecostal female had any relevance to anyone else. No one had ever asked" (Christianity Today, Sept. 2006).

"Stopping Cultural Drift" by Mark Galli. An Asian Pentecostal argues that we need to know what the church is before we figure out what the church does. | Also posted is an extended interview with Simon Chan (Christianity Today, Sept. 2006).

Theology Today: "Dear Word-Faith Friends" by Matt Green. The editor of Ministry Today says that the Word of Faith movement has come to a influential position in American religion, but the prosperity message still has some serious theological shortcomings.

"The Bible and Christian Imagination" Transcript of N.T. Wright's May 18, 2005, lecture at Seattle Pacific University. From the Summer 2005 issue of Response. Suggested by JM.

Christianity Today celebrates 50 years of publication by looking at the Evangelical movement they have represented: "Where We Are and How We Got Here." Unlike the norm 50 years ago, this history acknowledges significant contributions by Pentecostal/charismatics under the Evangelical umbrella.

How we do Church:Book Review of The Long Tail: Why the Future of Business Is Selling Less of More by Chris Anderson (Hyperion Books, 2006). This book review from www.ill-legalism.com by Rick Presley asks questions about how churches have or could adapt to the market trend of long tail economics.

Revival history reviewsChristian History editor Elisha Coffman reviews two books on Pentecostal revival translated into English: History of the Pentecostal Revival in Chile, by Willis Collins Hoover (Imprenta Eben-Ezer), and The Awakening: One Man's Battle with Darkness, by Friedrich Zuendel (Plough).

"Our Anti-Intellectual Heritage" by Rick M. Nañez. The history and beliefs of the Pentecostal movement, often shared by evangelicals, hold the seeds of a bias against the life of the mind. An excerpt from Full Gospel, Fractured Minds (Zondervan, 2005) as appearing in ChristianityTodayOnline. See also: "Full Gospel's Fractured Thinking" The problems with shunning the life of the mind. Rob Moll interviews Rick M. Nañez.

Christian History: "Whatever Happened to Christian History?" by Tim Stafford. Evangelical historians have finally earned the respect of the secular academy. But some critics say they've sold out. Not really (ChristianityTodayOnline).

Christian History: "Erasmus's Revolutionary 'Study Bible'" by Edwin Woodruff Tait. The spiritual father of so many English Reformers died at the hands of the church he refused to leave (ChristianityTodayOnline).

Answers to Questions: "Which Miracles Are Real? Read the answer by J. Rodman Williams, professor of theology at Regent University. How can we tell which miracles, signs, and wonders are of God? (ChristianityTodayOnline).

Answers to Questions: "Should We All Speak in Tongues? Read the answer by J. Rodman Williams, professor of theology at Regent University. How can we tell which miracles, signs, and wonders are of God? (ChristianityTodayOnline).

Christian History: "Indian Pentecost" by Edith Blumhofer. How a "Holy Ghost revival" among child widows in India became an international sensation and a local wellspring of Christian outreach (Christian History & Biography).

Living for Jesus Today:Dialogue: "Should Films Be Faith-Explicit?" Christianity Today asked for responses from two Christian film-makers on both sides of the issue. "We initiated an e-mail debate between them, and while there were no easy answers, the lively exchange is instructive"

"A Vision Of The Lost" by William Booth. "On one of my recent journeys, as I gazed from the coach window, I was led into a train of thought concerning the condition of the multitudes around me. They were living carelessly in the most open and shameless rebellion against God, without a thought for their eternal welfare. As I looked out of the window, I seemed to see them all..."

Christian History: Ethiopia: "The Country Blessed of God" by Jeremy Wells. A brief introduction to the persecutions and awakenings that have occurred in Ethiopia and are spurring the church there to growth even today (Christian History & Biography).

Sample chapter from charismatic author Sam Storms, Pleasures Evermore: The Life-Changing Power of Enjoying God "Falling in Love" with foreword by Larry Crabb.

Christian Leadership: "What's Driving Today's Innovations?" Four cultural analysts were asked what forces they see shaping the church of tomorrow (Leadership Winter 2005) Suggested by Pastor John D.

Christianity in our Culture: "God's Politics" A Sojourners' Special feature page about Jim Wallis' controversial book God's Politics: Why the Right Gets It Wrong and the Left Doesn't Get It. Suggested by Ted G.

Vineyard Position Papers The Vineyard Movement responds to criticisms in this index of papers, offering answers to many questions asked of other Pentecostal/charismatics.

"The Myth of Islamic Tolerance Muslim "protection" of Christians and Jews has historically been oppression (CTLibrary, subscription needed for full article).

"Pentecostalism's Global Language" Walter J. Hollenweger says in this interview that Pentecostalism is not just about tongues but a different way of being a Christian (Christian History & Biography).

Living for Jesus: "Spirituality for All the Wrong Reasons" Eugene Peterson talks about lies and illusions that destroy the church, an interview with Christianity Today (March 2005). Suggested by Pastor John D.

Conflict Resolution: "Six Steps to Settling Differences" by Steve Larson. "Six months into our church plant, the two most influential families had a fight. Words were exchanged, battle lines drawn. Both sides began recruiting people to their cause. Something had to be done, but what?" Larson asked a professional conflict-solver to lead a 'peace conference'. "He led the meeting gracefully, compassionately, and thoughtfully. It was a great success. At the beginning of the meeting the two sides wouldn't even look at each other. Afterward, they were laughing and hugging. Not only did he help resolve the biggest conflict we'd ever had, he taught me skills on how to deal with conflict. Here's what he did." (LeadershipJournal.net)

Christian History: Martyr's Mirror Massive compilation of those who were persecuted for their trust in Jesus Christ. From the website: "Martyrs Mirror, the classic 1660 Dutch religious history, memorializes the godly lives and glorious deaths of thousands of early Christians, especially European Anabaptist martyrs between 1524 and 1660. The book shines a mirror on ordinary people who experienced a spiritual reality that few today can even imagine. Like the more famous Foxe's Book of Martyrs, this compilation attempts to trace the history of those through the centuries, beginning with the martyrdom of Christ's apostles, who were willing to stand alone for a simple, obedient faith."

Christian History: "Gutenberg: A God's-Eye View" The rise, fall, and redemption of the Father of the Information Age. By Chris Armstrong

Online book: Serve Him with Mirth Whatever you may personally find funny or appropriate, the use of humor is biblical and a great booster for effective evangelism and Christian communication. Free e-book from Web Evangelism Guide.

Cutting Edge magazine Online articles from this publication for church planters by VineyardUSA. Read full issues in PDF format.

Journal of Pentecostal Theology Abstracts from the journal are available online. From the Publisher: The Journal of Pentecostal Theology is the first academic serial to publish constructive theological research from a Pentecostal perspective on an international scholarly level.

Leadership:Leadership Tips Practical and contemporary insights and resources for leadership of the church. The Winter 2002 issue from the Leadership Development and Church Ministries Department of Open Bible Churches (Des Moines, Iowa).

Evangelism: "The Lost: Restoring a Sense of Urgency" by George O. Wood . What do the three stories—the lost sheep, the lost coin, the lost son—from Luke 15 reveal about the heart of the gospel? From Enrichment Journal published by the Assemblies of God.

Evangelism: "Overcoming Evangelism Barriers" by D. James Kennedy. What are the main barriers to evangelism particularly in the United States? The founder of Evangelism Explosion offers solutions for overcoming these tall barriers. From Enrichment Journal published by the Assemblies of God.

Preaching Today: "The Necessity for Urgency in Preaching" by Thomas H. Lindberg. The biblical theme of the Lord\u2019s imminent return will do much to inject urgency in a gospel service. From Enrichment Journal published by the Assemblies of God.

If Jesus wrote a "Letter to the Pentecostal/charismatic Church" what might it sound like? Then national director of Vineyard USA, Todd Hunter, wrote this article for Christianity Today's "You've Got Mail" articles in the October 25, 1999 issue.

Reconciliation, a journal for PCCNA (Pentecostal/Charismatic Churches of North America) edited by Harold D. Hunter and Cecil M. Robeck, Jr. In order to view this issue, one must have the freely distributed Adobe Acrobat Reader. This file is 457K. Hyperlinks may be found throughout the document, but particularly on the title page.

Current issue of Enrichment: A Journal for Pentecostal Ministry from the Assemblies of God